Before Screamboat gnaws its way into theaters this coming April, the similarly Steamboat Willie-inspired slasher movie I Heart Willie is making its own way into theaters TONIGHT. I Heart Willie will play in theaters for one-night-only on Tuesday, February 26, 2025. The cinema event will be distributed in the US and Canada by Rubey Entertainment, LLC. […]
Before Screamboat gnaws its way into theaters this coming April, the similarly Steamboat Willie-inspired slasher movie I Heart Willie is making its own way into theaters TONIGHT.
I Heart Willie will play in theaters for one-night-only on Tuesday, February 26, 2025. The cinema event will be distributed in the US and Canada by Rubey Entertainment, LLC.
Directed by Alejandro G. Alegre, “this chilling origin story presents genre fans with a sinister reimagining of one of the most iconic cartoon characters in history, along with one of the most horrifying love stories of the year.”
In the movie, “Popular YouTubers Daniel and Nico are invited to investigate a haunted property drawn by rumors of a malevolent force. The legend centers around a boy born with deformities, resembling a human-mouse hybrid, who inspired Walt Disney’s Steamboat Willie.
“Abused and isolated, the boy, now known as Willie, crafts a bodysuit from the skins of trespassers. Over the years, his gruesome legacy fades into folklore—until a series of disappearances sparks renewed interest. As Daniel and Nico set up for a night of thrills, they unknowingly step into a deadly game of survival.”
Produced by longtime collaborators Princeton Holt (2050) and David Vaughn (American Rust), the film was written by Vaughn, who also stars as Willie. I Heart Willie also features performances by Maya Luna, Micho Camacho, Sergio Rogalto, and Daniela Porras.
“We’re thrilled to bring I Heart Willie to audiences everywhere,” says executive producer Princeton Holt. “This film was made with the fans in mind, and we can’t wait for it to be an unforgettable experience—packed with scares, thrills, and a great time for everyone. We are confident I Heart Willie will become a cult classic, leaving fans talking long after the credits roll. By the way, speaking of end credits, don’t leave to early, or you might miss something.”
